Silva submits Delgado; Grasso defeats Fiorot at Noche UFC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 3:31 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Jean Silva earned a submission victory over Jose Delgado in the main event at Noche UFC in Glendale, Arizona, solidifying his position as the No. 5 featherweight. In the co-main event, Alexa Grasso improved her ranking to No. 3 in the women's flyweight division after winning a unanimous decision against Manon Fiorot. Both fighters' recent performances contribute to their rising status within their respective divisions as the latest USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings reflect these top 5 moves.
- •Silva submits Delgado in third round at Noche UFC.
- •Grasso wins unanimous decision over Fiorot.
- •Silva ranked No. 5 in featherweight division.
- •Grasso moves to No. 3 in women’s flyweight rankings.
- •Both fighters aim for title contention following their wins.
- 3:31 AMYahoo Sports — USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, Sept. 16: Silva, Grasso make top 5 moves
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